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Academic Year 2005/2006

Genetics: From Mendel to the Human Genome Project
MB&B 105 FA

This course, intended for nonscience majors, will provide an introduction to the science of genetics. A review of classic experiments will serve as a foundation for a more focused study of selected current topics, such as gene therapy, genetically modified plants and animals, the genetics of viruses and cancer, and the implications of knowing the sequence of the human genome. For each topic we will strive to understand the basic science of the field, consider the potential applications of recent findings, and discuss ethical issues raised by genetic technology.

MAJOR READINGS

Text readings will be supplemented with articles from the scientific literature.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Three exams and short writing assignments.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

This course may not be used to satisfy any requirement of the Biology, MB&B, or NS&B majors.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture/Discussion

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: NSM MB&B    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: NONE Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-30-2006

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